Paleo Funnel Cake (Grain/Gluten Free)

Oh, the fair. Carnival rides, overpriced stuffed toys, and fried, greasy foods. Nothing like it, right? Not really the place for grain-free funnel cakes, though. I’ve only tried traditional funnel cake a few times, but they burned a sweet, greasy image into my tastebuds.

These grain-free cinnamon funnel cakes are seriously good. They are reminiscent of the real thing, but without the nasty stuff that goes along with fair food. They were gobbled up almost as fast I could make them!

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until a drop of batter immediately sizzles and floats to top. While the oil is heating, mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, syrup or honey, and sparkling water. Add to dry ingredients and stir to combine.

Once oil is ready, using a large serving spoon (the kind you would use to serve a dinner casserole or something), pour a spoonful of batter straight into the oil. Note: You could put some batter into a large Ziploc bag, cut off a corner, and “funnel” the batter out, but this was oh, so much easier, and worked just as well. Don’t swirl the batter around, just pour it into a “pile.” It will float to the top. Add another pile in, if you have room, and let cook, undisturbed, until the bottom is golden brown. Gently turn over and fry the other side, until done. Remove onto a wire rack covered with paper towels. Eat while still warm.

P.S. You could top these with powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or a homemade glaze if you so desire, I just avoid processed sugar and so didn’t use any.

About Shanti

Shanti Landon is a certified life coach and blogger, mom to five kids, and the author of two ebooks: 30 Days to a Life Made Full and 10 Minute Prep Paleo Freezer Meals. She started her blog in 2012 after her husband, Chris, was diagnosed with celiac disease, and her family switched to a mostly Paleo diet. You can follow Shanti across all main social media channels under @lifemadefull

Comments

I haven’t seen any gluten free/cornstarch free baking powder. What brand do you use?

Btw, I love all you are doing. I have a child with too many food intolerances to list. Your ideas have kept my family going. And I just started the whole 30! This is only my 5th day but I feel amazing!
Thanks!

Hi, Jill! I get Hain brand at Whole Foods. It’s on Amazon, too, I think. Thank you for the encouragement! It’s so nice to hear when someone appreciates all the work! lol Hope that helps–let me know if you have any more questions!

Yes, definitely a keeper! Eat these before going to the fair to steel your resolve : ) My entire family loved them, even the Paleo naysayers. I subbed coconut/palm sugar for the maple syrup and had to keep a very close eye on the oil temperature to keep them from burning, but these are wonderful!

Hi, Emma! Yes, mine were a light crispy on the outside, and warm and soft on the inside. I’m not sure what happened for you…did you fry them long enough? Was the oil hot enough? Did you follow the recipe exactly? I’m so sorry they were a dud for you!